Full Time Human Service Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Join Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Full-Time Human Service Worker at Aspire Academy in Orem, Utah, earning $17.50–$22.17/hour. In this rewarding role, you'll support adolescent females ages 12–17 in a structured, therapeutic residential setting. Many of the youth we serve are in state custody and are working through complex mental health challenges, including trauma, self-harm, substance use, and family disruption. You'll build meaningful relationships, provide compassionate support, and help create a safe, stable environment where clients can develop healthy coping skills, build resilience, and work toward lasting recovery. If you're passionate about empowering youth and making a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to have you join our team.Schedule: Sunday–Saturday (days are varied), 2:00 PM–11:00 PM (hours are varied, occasional graves)Compensation: $17.50–$22.17 DOEBenefitsUtah Retirement Systems (Pension & 401(k) options)Public Employees Health Plan (PEHP) Medical & Dental InsuranceVision Benefits PlanEmployer-Provided Health Savings Account (HSA) ContributionsFlexible Spending Account (FSA) OptionsCompany-Paid Life InsuranceCompany-Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance12 Paid Annual HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Scheduled Annual Pay IncreasesAbout Us: Wasatch Behavioral HealthWasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.What You'll Do as a Human Service WorkerProvide compassionate support, supervision, and encouragement to adolescent program participants throughout the day.Facilitate structured activities, life skills groups, and daily routines that promote emotional growth and personal development.Build trusting relationships with youth while modeling positive behavior, healthy coping strategies, and effective communication.Support adolescents who are working through challenges such as trauma, family disruption, self-harm, substance use, emotional regulation, and other behavioral health concerns.Assist with crisis intervention and help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.Document client interactions, behaviors, progress, and observations accurately and in a timely manner.Collaborate with therapists, supervisors, nurses, and other members of the treatment team to support individualized care plans.Encourage youth as they develop coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and work toward treatment goals.Provide consistent guidance, structure, and positive reinforcement to help residents build confidence and resilience.Help create an environment where adolescents feel safe, supported, and empowered to make meaningful progress in their recovery.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDValid driver's licenseStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to stay calm, patient, and grounded during challenging situationsReliable, team-oriented, and eager to learnExperience or education in mental/behavioral health is helpful but not requiredMust pass a background check and meet WBH hiring standardsSpanish speakers may qualify for a wage increaseApply TodayReady to make a real impact? Submit your application today and take the next step toward a career that truly changes lives. We're excited to meet you and cheer you on as you grow with our team!Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.

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